In the preparation of wood charcoal, liquid pyroligneous acid is obtained. It consists of :

acetone

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methanol

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acetic acid

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vinegar

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Solution

The correct options are
A acetone
B acetic acid
C methanol
In the preparation of the wood charcoal, the liquid pyroligneous acid is used.
Pyroligneous acids contain acetone, methanol, and acetic acid.

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